Chinese teenager with autism swims toward victory
STORY: Chinese teenager with autism swims toward victory
DATELINE: April 2, 2022
LENGTH: 00:02:12
LOCATION: HAIKOU, China
CATEGORY: SOCIETY
SHOTLIST:
SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CHEN XUNHU, Father of Chen Xingrong
SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): CHEN XUNHU, Father of Chen Xingrong
SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): CHEN XUNHU, Father of Chen Xingrong
STORYLINE:
Born in China's southernmost province of Hainan, Chen Xingrong, 16, was diagnosed with autism when he was a baby.
In spite of all the hardships in life, Chen managed to become an outstanding swimmer, thanks to relentless training and the love and support of his family and community members.
Last year, he won five medals, including a gold, at the 11th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 8th National Special Olympics Games.
The story of Chen's family has come to the fore, as World Autism Awareness Day is observed on Saturday.
SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CHEN XUNHU, Father of Chen Xingrong
"I learned that swimming could help people with autism enhance their vita
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